Optimized numerical solutions of SIRDVW multiage model controlling SARS-CoV-2 vaccine roll out: An application to the Italian scenario by Giovanni Ziarelli, Luca Dede’, Nicola Parolini, Marco Verani, Alfio Quarteroni

“…Indeed, in each considered scenario, our optimization framework guarantees noticeable improvements in terms of reducing deceased, infected or hospitalized individuals with respect to the baseline vaccination policy.…”
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The Vaccine Hesitancy Profiles and Determinants of Seasonal Influenza among Chinese Community Healthcare Workers: A Cross-Sectional Study by Xianxian Yang, Wenge Tang, Qiang Tan, Deqiang Mao, Xianbin Ding

“…Conclusions: Measures such as improving the awareness and knowledge of influenza and vaccination and expanding the free vaccination policy, combined with improving the convenience of the vaccination service, will promote increased seasonal influenza vaccination-coverage in community HCWs in Chongqing.…”
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Response to third rubella vaccine dose by Lotta Siira, Hanne Nøkleby, Regine Barlinn, Øystein R. Riise, Ingeborg S. Aaberge, Susanne G. Dudman

“…In this study, our aim was to evaluate the long-term rubella immunogenicity afforded by two childhood MMR doses of the Norwegian vaccination program in a cohort of conscripts and to determine the effect of an additional dose of MMR vaccine, in order to inform vaccination policy. Blood samples from Norwegian conscripts (n = 495) taken both before and eight months after administration of a dose of MMR vaccine were tested using an enzyme immunoassay to measure anti-rubella IgG. …”
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Mycoplasma pneumoniae and Bordetella pertussis in patients with persistent cough in primary care by Wang, KY

“…Third, a prospective cohort study to estimate the prevalence of M. pneumoniae and pertussis in children with persistent cough following recent changes in vaccination policy. Fourth, a double-blind randomised placebo-controlled trial to determine the effectiveness of montelukast in the treatment of persistent cough and pertussis-induced cough in adults.…”

Factors associated with the opposition to COVID-19 vaccination certificates: a multi-country observational study from Asia by Kc, S, Faradiba, D, Sittimart, M, Isaranuwatchai, W, Ananthakrishnan, A, Rachatan, C, Dabak, S, Shafie, AA, Guerrero, AM, Suwantika, A, Kang, G, Ahn, J, Hsu, LY, Mayxay, M, Howard, N, Wattanasri, P, Nakamura, R, George, TK, Teerawattananon, Y

“…<br><strong> Method<br></strong> The COVID-19 Vaccination Policy Research and Decision-Support Initiative in Asia (CORESIA) was established to address policy questions related to CVCs. …”

After COVID-19 vaccinations: what does living and working in nursing homes look like? by Judith H. J. Urlings, Ramona Backhaus, Hilde Verbeek, Bram de Boer, Raymond T.C.M. Koopmans, Debby L. Gerritsen, Jan P.H. Hamers

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COVID-19 Prevention Strategies for Victoria Students within Educational Facilities: An AI-Based Modelling Study by Shiyang Lyu, Oyelola Adegboye, Kiki Adhinugraha, Theophilus I. Emeto, David Taniar

“…Within the three dimensions, a significant association was identified between school-initiated contact tracing (0.6110), vaccination policy for students and teachers (0.6100), testing policy (0.6109), and face covering (0.6071) and prevention of COVID-19 infection in educational settings. …”
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Molecular Detection and Isolation of Lumpy Skin Disease Virus during an Outbreak in West Hararghe Zone, Eastern Ethiopia by Umer Seid Geletu, Ahmedin Abdurehman Musa, Munera Ahmednur Usmael, Melaku Sombo Keno

“…In addition, the present vaccination policy and strategy should be re-evaluated for effectiveness. …”
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The whole-of-society approach of mass COVID-19 vaccination in China: a qualitative study by Qian Wang, Zhiqiang Qu, Shiyi Tu, Xi Chen, Zhiyuan Hou

“…Semi-structured interviews and COVID-19 vaccination policy documents were collected and coded using a thematic analysis approach. …”
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A nonspecific component of BCG vaccination by V. V. Yeremeev, G. S. Shepelkova, A. E. Ergeshov

“…This knowledge can stimulate changes in global vaccination policy, aiming for optimization of vaccination benefits and reduction of childhood morbidity and mortality, as well as decrease of the post-vaccinal complications.…”
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Public perceptions of government policies to COVID-19: A comparative study in six African countries by Yi-jun WANG, Marly Loria DIABAKANGA BATATANA, Maximino Horacio BIKOUMOU GAMBAT

“…Data showed heterogeneous reactions with negative perceptions, for instance, earlier, different governments implemented face mask and lockdown policies and vaccination policy later. Researchers and policymakers should exercise caution and consider complementary data sources and methods to ensure a more comprehensive and accurate understanding of public perceptions in the context of government policies related to COVID-19; also, investigate how government policies during the pandemic may have affected the environment, such as changes in pollution levels, waste management, and conservation efforts.…”
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MOnitoring human papillomavirus Vaccine effect on Infection and cErvical diseases (MOVIE): Protocol for a cohort study using electronic health records from Yinzhou, China by Siwei Deng, Sarah Welby, Zhike Liu, Yu Yang, Ruogu Meng, Yixin Sun, Junting Yang, Guangxu Liu, Yunkun He, Ning Jiang, Zhenhua Wu, Keruo Liu, Dominique Rosillon, Catherine Cohet, Dorota Borys, Siyan Zhan

“…The study outcomes can help inform policy-makers about uptake and HPV vaccination policy in girls and women in Yinzhou District, and provide insights on progress toward achieving goals set by the World Health Organization.…”
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Examining Public Sentiments and Attitudes Toward COVID-19 Vaccination: Infoveillance Study Using Twitter Posts by Ranganathan Chandrasekaran, Rashi Desai, Harsh Shah, Vivek Kumar, Evangelos Moustakas

“…The most tweeted topic about COVID-19 vaccination was related to vaccination policy, specifically whether vaccines needed to be mandated or optional (13.94%), followed by vaccine hesitancy (12.63%) and postvaccination symptoms and effects (10.44%) Average compound sentiment scores were negative throughout the 16 weeks for the topics postvaccination symptoms and side effects and hoax/conspiracy. …”
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Protecting the Herd: Why Pharmacists Matter in Mass Vaccination by Lois Lee, Gregory M. Peterson, Mark Naunton, Shane Jackson, Mary Bushell

“…Conclusion: In preparation for a successful COVID-19 vaccine, the Australian Government must consider various elements in their vaccination policy. This includes the estimated herd immunity threshold, methods of vaccine delivery, vaccine clinic locations, staffing arrangements and training, and strategies for vaccine prioritisation. …”
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Measles vaccine uptake among Italian medical students compared to the pre-COVID-19 era by Cristiana Ferrari, Giuseppina Somma, Ole Olesen, Ersilia Buonomo, Matteo Pasanisi Zingarello, Andrea Mazza, Stefano Rizza, Luca Di Giampaolo, Andrea Magrini, Francesca Ponzani, Luca Coppeta

“…Conversely, the rate of serologically immune subjects to measles increased from 89.66% in 2018 to 97.45% in 2022 as a result of the recent mandatory vaccination policy. Despite efforts to tackle vaccine hesitancy during the COVID-19 pandemic, measles vaccine uptake is still low among young adults starting their medical training, and their compliance with free workplace vaccination offers is suboptimal. …”
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Understanding the policy dynamics of COVID-19 vaccination in Ghana through the lens of a policy analytical framework by Roger A. Atinga, Augustina Koduah, Gilbert Abotisem Abiiro

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Epidemiological Transition and Strategies for the Control of Hepatitis A in Serbia by Snežana Medić, Cleo Anastassopoulou, Tatjana Pustahija, Vladimir Petrović, Nataša Dragnić, Fotini Boufidou, Athanasios Tsakris, Vladan Šaponjić

“…Aiming at informing HA vaccination policy, we assessed current epidemiological trends in Serbia by analyzing surveillance data for 2002–2021. …”
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A framework for seroepidemiologic investigations in future pandemics: insights from an evaluation of WHO’s Unity Studies initiative by Karen Hennessey, Lorenzo Pezzoli, Carsten Mantel

“…Ninety-five percent gave positive feedback on technical support, 87% reported that findings contributed to COVID-19 understanding, 65% to guiding public health and social measures, and 58% to guiding vaccination policy. Survey and interview group responses showed that the main technical barriers to using study findings were study quality, variations in study methods (challenge for meta-analysis), completeness of reporting study details and clarity of communicating findings. …”
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Cost-effectiveness of seasonal influenza vaccination of children in China: a modeling analysis by Qiang Wang, Huajie Jin, Liuqing Yang, Hui Jin, Leesa Lin

“…The probability of a funded vaccination policy being cost-effective was 56.5% nationally, and the probability in 9 of 31 PLADs was above 75%. …”
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Serotype distribution of invasive, noninvasive and carried Streptococcus pneumoniae in Malaysia: a meta-analysis by Lister, Alex J. J., Le, Cheng Foh, Cheah, Eddy Seong Guan, Mohd Desa, Mohd Nasir, Cleary, David W., Clarke, Stuart C.

“…The surveillance of pneumococcal serotypes is therefore vital for informing pneumococcal vaccination policy and programmes. Pneumococcal conjugate vaccines (PCVs) have been available as an option in the private healthcare setting and beginning December 2020, PCV10 was incorporated as part of routine national immunisation programme (NIP) in Malaysia. …”